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Mercedes-Benz E

Silver · Diesel · 2006 · 2,987 cc

T18 SPGMOT history

T18 SPG is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz E first used on 30 Mar 2006. Its MOT is valid until 5 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 141,501 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Apr 2027
Mileage
141,501 mi
At MOT on 3 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,548 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T18 SPG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
30 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T18 SPG was last recorded at 141,501 miles on 3 Apr 2026, 1,634 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,867 miles · 5 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,634 miles
Average per year
6,548 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 141,501 miles
  • 2025 – 139,867 miles
  • 2024 – 136,591 miles
  • 2023 – 135,116 miles
  • 2022 – 133,620 miles
  • 2021 – 126,309 miles
  • 2020 – 123,231 miles
  • 2019 – 116,998 miles
  • 2018 – 111,356 miles
  • 2017 – 105,417 miles
  • 2016 – 99,460 miles
  • 2015 – 94,172 miles
  • 2014 – 89,432 miles
  • 2013 – 76,899 miles
  • 2012 – 75,744 miles
  • 2011 – 61,527 miles
  • 2010 – 52,047 miles
  • 2009 – 32,280 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,501 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2019

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Undercovers fitted not allowing full inspection of underbody components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 29 Jul 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,501 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    141,501 miles
    Test number
    348215374647
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail141,501 miles (+1,634)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,501 miles
    Test number
    872349866827
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass139,867 miles (+3,276)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    139,867 miles
    Test number
    520196147344
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass136,591 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    136,591 miles
    Test number
    642218645693
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndercovers fitted not allowing full inspection of underbody components

  5. Fail136,591 miles (+1,475)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,591 miles
    Test number
    807444114801
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndercovers fitted not allowing full inspection of underbody components

  6. Pass135,116 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    135,116 miles
    Test number
    838814573465
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  7. Fail135,116 miles (+1,496)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,116 miles
    Test number
    857417692056
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  8. Pass133,620 miles (+7,311)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    133,620 miles
    Test number
    354929171360
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass126,309 miles (+134)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    126,309 miles
    Test number
    395090613617
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail126,175 miles (+2,944)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,175 miles
    Test number
    952996889106
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass123,231 miles (+23)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    123,231 miles
    Test number
    751067206253
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail123,208 miles (+6,210)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,208 miles
    Test number
    484974359579
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass116,998 miles (+66)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    116,998 miles
    Test number
    967999916993
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Fail116,932 miles (+5,576)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,932 miles
    Test number
    971309515442
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Pass111,356 miles (+5,939)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    111,356 miles
    Test number
    242402640307
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine

  16. Pass105,417 miles (+5,957)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    105,417 miles
    Test number
    380891480377
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covers fitted

  17. Pass99,460 miles (+5,288)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    99,460 miles
    Test number
    334493523987
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covers fitted

  18. Pass94,172 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    94,172 miles
    Test number
    728779975027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail94,142 miles (+4,710)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,142 miles
    Test number
    485153275057
    • FailureBrake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass89,432 miles (+12,533)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    89,432 miles
    Test number
    386751274063
    • NoteHeavy oil leak

  21. Pass76,899 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    76,899 miles
    Test number
    116010583098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail76,899 miles (+1,155)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,899 miles
    Test number
    949550183008
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  23. Pass75,744 miles (+14,217)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    75,744 miles
    Test number
    835983152392
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass61,527 miles (+9,480)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    61,527 miles
    Test number
    436586741259
    • AdvisoryFront brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteEXCESSIVE OIL LEAK FROM ENGINE.
    • NoteSLIGHT RUBBING NOISE COMING FROM NEAR SIDE FRONT WHEEL.

  25. Pass52,047 miles (+47)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    52,047 miles
    Test number
    270886650215
    • NoteFront & rear discs worn
    • NoteSlight play in front wheel bearings

  26. Fail52,000 miles (+19,720)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,000 miles
    Test number
    354502050248
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront & rear discs worn
    • NoteSlight play in front wheel bearings

  27. Pass32,280 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    32,280 miles
    Test number
    491420219226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T18 SPG

Does T18 SPG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T18 SPG is valid until 5 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T18 SPG?
The MOT on T18 SPG is valid until 5 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T18 SPG done?
T18 SPG was recorded at 141,501 miles at its MOT on 3 Apr 2026, an average of 6,548 miles a year.
Has T18 SPG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T18 SPG has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T18 SPG ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T18 SPG find?
T18 SPG passed its latest MOT on 3 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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